Alaska Day 1 - Anchorage

Greg and I were really lucky to get the opportunity to go to Alaska with my family.  Any time I would ask Greg where his dream vacation would be without hesitation he says Alaska.  He is always hot and a tropical vacation to him would just be torture.  Not to mention the fishing opportunities.

Another reason we were able to go is because my mom watched our kids while we were there.  So thank you so much to everyone that made it possible for us to go!  Greg can cross Alaska off his bucket list now, although he is determined to go there again, he didn't want to leave.

I am doing each day we were in Alaska in a different post because I took a ton of photos and we did so much it's not going to fit in one post.  So be warned now there is will be a lot of post and pictures but the trip deserves it.

On the fifth we flew out of Salt Lake City with everyone, 2 of my aunts and uncles, my grandparents, 2 cousins and my brother Hunter.  In total there was a group of 11 of us.  We flew into Anchorage and got there about 2 local time. The plane ride over was pretty easy.  It was a direct flight into Anchorage.  Greg and I watched the in-flight movie and we also rented a movie on my kindle that we watched.  The flight was only about 4 hours.

When we arrived we were super excited to go out and see Alaska.  My uncle rented a large van and a RV for our trip, so we took a shuttle to the location of the rental place.  The weather was a little bit cold.  I think it was 55ish.  Alaska was beautiful - large mountains with snow still on them and really green. 

(Our first picture together in Alaska)

Fourth of July

Wow I'm almost caught up on my blogging!

Since Greg and I were flying out of SLC for our Alaska trip on the 5th we decided to drive down to my moms on the 3rd so we could spend the Fourth of July with her and not be driving on that day.  I was a little sad to miss Melba's celebration, I have been going there for a LONG time and it is pretty awesome but it's nice to be with my family.

My mom made us a delicious breakfast and then we hung around until the parade started at noon.  There were a lot of people at the parade but we found a spot and watched the parade.  It was pretty good.  The kids got lots of candy and otter pops, I thought that was a great thing to hand out to keep the kids cool.  Jaelee didn't like the loud sirens and noises but other than that I think they really liked it.

The Lake

We took our boat out to the lake. We brought our dog this time. He did really well in it. He is super hyper so I was worried he would moving around but he just sat or laid on the floor.

We found a nice little spot where we could dock and eat, fish & play in the water.

On our way back to load up Greg fished for a little bit but only caught a small fish. I got to drive the motor back and I have to admit I liked it but the next day my shoulder was sore, LOL.

Jaelee the Ballerina - Part 3

For Jaelee's third time at dance class she did really well again but got distracted towards the end and just wanted to run around. I took a few photos but I'm just going to post this one I got of Jaelee and Mia after class. It is just so cute.  

Eagle Island

Greg was helping a friend work on a truck engine one weekend so the kids and I went to Eagle Island for some sun, sand and fun.

I forgot their life jackets so I was a little stressed watching them go so far out into the water.  Jayse does not have a fear of the water and he is trying to swim now so I was wigging out a little bit while watching them.  I know I will never forget to bring their life jackets again.  While playing Jayse had to go potty, he was in the water up to about his knees when he pulled down his pants and started to pee in the water.  I was so embarrassed but it didn't seem like too many people saw, LOL.  In the end we all survived and managed to have a bit of fun.

Here's the proof.

Summer Time

One of our favorite summer time activities is to put the sprinkler under the trampoline and jump.  We have done it several times already this summer. Here are some pictures of the kids jumping and showing me their tricks.

Jaelee the Ballerina - Part 2

The second time Jaelee went to dance class she was really good.  She followed directions really well.  The instructor I think was much better that time.  She was really good with the girls and they all seemed to have a lot of fun.

Here are the photos.